Randy Orton Comments On John Cena WWE Retirement, Addresses Absence

Randy Orton has commented on John Cena’s WWE retirement and addressed his absence from Saturday Night’s Main Event.

John Cena officially retired from WWE at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington DC, with him losing to GUNTHER in the final match of his WWE retirement tour.

Many of Cena’s legendary rivals were present for the event, but one name noticeably absent from the event was Randy Orton, who was unable to attend the event due to being in Saudi Arabia to promote the upcoming Royal Rumble event.

Today, Orton took to Instagram, where he commented on Cena’s retirement, noting that he and Cena exchanged text messages the day of his retirement.

He said:

I broke into the wrestling business and grew up for the past 2 decades alongside @johncena I wrestled with or against him 100 times, at least. I would have enjoyed being there in DC for #wwe #snme and witness his emotional send off into retirement. But I know if ANYONE understands my absence, it’s John, because I was in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia #KSA promoting #riyadhseason and #royalrumble.

The morning of his retirement we exchanged a few texts, and I was honored to speak with him on such a big day. I look forward to following John’s career in Hollywood AND beyond. Skys the limit with this guy. An inspiration not only to generations of fans, but to myself, who was lucky enough to learn firsthand from one of the most OVER wrestlers ever. Thanks for being so good to my family over the years and thanks for making the lockeroom a better place. Take care John, and I’ll see ya around. 👋🏼❤️